Peace, Human Security and Dignity Week
Weaving Futures: Women as Agents of Change in Latin America and the Caribbean - Achievements and Challenges in Cuba
Republic of Cuba
The event aims to highlight the role of women as transformative agents and drivers of development in Latin America and the Caribbean, both in the present and throughout history. It seeks to showcase their contributions to economic and social development, peacebuilding, science and innovation, the defense of rights, and the promotion of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Additionally, it fosters dialogue on gender equality, dignity, and the inclusion of women in all social spheres.
Discussion
- Promotion of women's participation and advancement
- Gender equality
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Track Programme
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Time and
Date of
the event -
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2025.08.12[Tue]
15:00 ～ 16:00
(Venue Open 14:50)
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- Venue
- Pavilion
- Cuba Pavilion (Commons-D)
Programme details
The event aims to highlight the role of women as
transformative agents and drivers of development in Latin
America and the Caribbean, both in the present and throughout
history. It seeks to showcase their contributions to economic
and social development, peacebuilding, science and innovation,
the defense of rights, and the promotion of the Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs). Additionally, it fosters dialogue on
gender equality, dignity, and the inclusion of women in all
social spheres.
Following the talks, Professor Hermes’ Dance Company will
present a vibrant showcase of Latin dances, offering a
cultural lens on the region’s artistic heritage. The programme
will conclude with a tasting of Cuban coffee—an industry where
women play an essential role in cultivation, harvesting, and
trade—providing an additional opportunity for cultural
exchange and appreciation.
Reports
【Reflection】
The programme primarily featured lectures delivered by Cuban
speakers, highlighting the multifaceted roles of women as
agents of social change in Latin America and the Caribbean.
The lectures shared historical experiences, illustrating the
long-standing contributions of women to peacebuilding and
community development. In addition, concrete examples were
provided of women’s participation in economic and
entrepreneurial activities, as well as achievements in
education, science, and innovation, emphasising their vital
role in supporting the social and economic foundations of
their communities. Efforts to promote gender equality and
social inclusion, alongside practical examples of overcoming
challenges to achieve results, were also presented, giving
participants a deeper insight into women’s leadership and
initiative.
In the latter part of the programme, attendees enjoyed a Latin
dance performance by Professor Hermes’ Dance Company and a
Cuban coffee tasting, offering a cultural perspective that
symbolically celebrated women’s social, economic, and cultural
contributions. Overall, the programme provided participants
with an opportunity to recognise anew the significance of
women’s transformative impact and their contributions to
sustainable community development.
【Post EXPO Initiatives】
The valuable insights and experiences gained from this
programme will be applied not only to future Expo programmes
but also to international efforts to promote gender equality.
The Cuba Pavilion will continue to present initiatives
highlighting the social roles and cultural contributions of
women. Specifically, this will include exhibitions and
workshops reflecting the content of the lectures, as well as
online content showcasing the work of leading women, ensuring
ongoing information is shared with participants and a wider
audience of visitors.
Furthermore, opportunities for interaction and networking with
women leaders from Latin America and the Caribbean will be
expanded, supporting concrete initiatives to promote SDGs and
encourage women’s participation in community development.
Through these activities, it is hoped that participants and
visitors will apply the knowledge gained in their daily lives
and workplaces, fostering a deeper understanding of and
engagement with the roles of women in their communities.
Peace, Human Security and Dignity Week
Weaving Futures: Women as Agents of Change in Latin America and the Caribbean - Achievements and Challenges in Cuba
The event aims to highlight the role of women as transformative agents and drivers of development in Latin America and the Caribbean, both in the present and throughout history. It seeks to showcase their contributions to economic and social development, peacebuilding, science and innovation, the defense of rights, and the promotion of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Additionally, it fosters dialogue on gender equality, dignity, and the inclusion of women in all social spheres.
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2025.08.12[Tue]
15:00～16:00
(Venue Open 14:50)
- Pavilion
OTHER PROGRAM
Peace, Human Security and Dignity Week
